FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Indiana is heading into a picture-perfect fall weekend, with clear skies, mild afternoons, and comfortable evenings through Columbus Day. After a crisp Saturday morning start, sunshine will dominate statewide, making this one of the most pleasant stretches of October weather so far.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, high pressure will hold firm through Monday, keeping skies mostly sunny and winds light. Afternoon highs will climb into the low- to mid-70s Sunday and reach the mid-70s again on Columbus Day. Drivers along I-69 and I-469 can expect dry, smooth travel conditions for holiday getaways or leaf-peeping trips across Allen, DeKalb, and Noble counties.
The mild spell also means ideal weather for outdoor plans — from pumpkin patches to parks — with no rain expected until late Tuesday. Forecasters note a small chance of scattered showers returning by early Wednesday, followed by slightly cooler air midweek. Low temperatures will hover in the mid-40s to low 50s through Tuesday morning before dipping again later in the week.
Residents should still prepare for early morning chill by dressing in layers and keeping plants covered if temperatures fall quickly at dawn. The upcoming pattern offers one of fall’s best windows for yard work, home projects, or outdoor decorations ahead of Halloween.
Expect clear skies to last through Monday night before the next weak front slides through midweek, signaling a modest cooldown.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, IN:
Sat: 69/43 – Mostly sunny; calm winds and cool evening.
Sun: 72/49 – Sunny; great day for fall activities.
Mon (Columbus Day): 76/53 – Mostly sunny; ideal for travel and outdoor plans.
Tue: 76/51 – Partly sunny; slight chance of showers late.
Wed: 66/40 – Mostly sunny; turning cooler by afternoon.
